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Very Good

#196 of 1,787 private schools in CA

Top 11% of private schools

Canyon Heights Academy

Elementary School

775 WALDO RD, Campbell, CA 95008

Private

Enrollment

158

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

California private schools

#196 of 1,787

In Campbell

#1 of 9

public schools

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Canyon Heights Academy

7.6/10

Elementary School in Campbell · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Campbell School of Innovation

3.9/10

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Capri Elementary

8.5/10

0.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Canyon Heights Academy

Canyon Heights Academy is a private elementary school in Campbell, CA. Canyon Heights Academy serves approximately 158 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Canyon Heights Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #196 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

How it compares1.4 pts above CA schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • CA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 158 students, Canyon Heights Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Canyon Heights Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Canyon Heights Academy compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Campbell, CA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
This School
vs
23.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
158
This School
vs
451
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.6
This School
vs
5.9
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Asian 33.5% vs 0%
White 28.5% vs 0%
Hispanic 15.8% vs 0%
Canyon Heights Academy Campbell Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Canyon Heights Academy (this school) 7.6
Campbell School of Innovation 3.9
Capri Elementary 8.5
Village 7.2
Rosemary 3.5
Castlemont Elementary 6.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 6.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.3:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B 5.8 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,211
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 75%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Enrollment 158
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in CA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Asian 33.5%
White 28.5%
Two or More 17.7%
Hispanic 15.8%
Pacific Islander 4.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

775 WALDO RD, Campbell, CA 95008

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Canyon Heights Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Capri Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Forest Hill Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby San Jose), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, CASA DI MIR MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Campbell, see our Campbell schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Canyon Heights Academy Campbell 0.1 mi
Campbell School of Innovation Campbell 0.6 mi 3.9
Capri Elementary Campbell 0.8 mi 8.5
OLD ORCHARD SCHOOL Campbell 0.7 mi 7.5
Campbell Christian Schools Campbell 0.8 mi
Action Day Schools - Campbell Campbell 0.8 mi
Village Campbell 0.9 mi 7.2
ST LUCY PARISH SCHOOL Campbell 0.8 mi 6.2
S.A.G.E Academy Campbell 1.0 mi
DAVINCI ACADEMY OF CAMPBELL Campbell 1.0 mi 7.0
Tej Acton Academy Campbell 1.0 mi
DaVinci Academy of Silicon Valley Campbell 1.0 mi
S.A.G.E ACADEMY Campbell 1.1 mi 4.3
SAGE ACADEMY Campbell 1.1 mi
MONTESSORI ACADEMY OF CAMPBELL Campbell 1.0 mi
SPRINGBRIDGE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Campbell 1.1 mi 7.1
Pioneer Family Home School Campbell 1.2 mi
Rosemary Campbell 1.3 mi 3.5
CASA DI MIR MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Campbell 1.2 mi 7.6
Forest Hill Elementary San Jose 1.1 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 95008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,841

Median Home Value

$1,578,800

Median Rent

$2,694/mo

Population

48,415

College Educated

58.9%

Homeownership

48.9%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

39.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Alma Fuerte Public Pasadena, CA 7.6
CASA DI MIR MONTESSORI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Campbell, CA 7.6
CHILDRENS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Van Nuys, CA 7.6
Cuyama Elementary New Cuyama, CA 7.6
GHS ACADEMY- GOLDEN HILLS SCHOOL El Dorado Hills, CA 7.6
KIRK O' THE VALLEY SCHOOL Reseda, CA 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Canyon Heights Academy

What grades does Canyon Heights Academy serve?

Canyon Heights Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Canyon Heights Academy?

Canyon Heights Academy has an enrollment of approximately 158 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Canyon Heights Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Canyon Heights Academy is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Canyon Heights Academy rank in CA?

Canyon Heights Academy ranks #196 of 1,787 private schools in CA.

What is Canyon Heights Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Canyon Heights Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Canyon Heights Academy a private school?

Yes, Canyon Heights Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Canyon Heights Academy a religious school?

Canyon Heights Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
38 Some Transit
Bike Score
46 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
158
Gender Split
49% M / 51% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
15
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
173 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Santa Clara County

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